Welcome to American Government and Economics

Course:
American Government & Economics
Instructor:
Mr. Cunningham
Nazareth Area High School
Room 216
Contact Info:
Email-tscunningham@nazarethasd.org
Phone-610.759.1730.x2216
Requirements:
Textbook
Adobe Reader/Microsoft Word
Internet access
Course Description:
Students will explore the Constitution, the government structure it creates, and the political realm that competes for its power.
In Economics, students will understand choices made by individuals, businesses, and nations and the implications those choices have upon the rest of the world.
Syllabus:

Syllabus 2012.docx

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